Buffy Sainte-Marie, CMM, OSK (she/her) is a legendary figure in the realms of music, art, and activism, whose career spans over seven decades. Born on February 2, 1941, on the Rosebud Reservation in Saskatchewan, Canada, to a Metis mother and a Black US Army father, she was adopted and raised in Alaska before moving to Massachusetts at the age of ten. Her unique perspective as a mixed-race Indigenous person has informed her profound musical expressions and activism. A highly influential singer-songwriter, Buffy Sainte-Marie's artistry defies conventional categorization, blending folk, country, and Native American music with poignant lyrics that address social justice issues, love, and the natural world. Her songwriting prowess was recognized early on when she won the prestigious New Folk award at the 1964 Newport Folk Festival for "Now That I've Found You." Over the years, her hits like "Universal Soldier," "Sometimes in the Fall," and "Until It's Time for You to Go" have become anthems, capturing the hearts of audiences worldwide. Her groundbreaking album "It's My Way" was a landmark achievement in 1964, showcasing her talents as a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer, making her one of the first Indigenous people to achieve such a feat. Beyond her musical contributions, Buffy Sainte-Marie has been a tireless advocate for Native American rights and a role model for young Indigenous musicians and artists. She was a pioneer in using educational technology to teach history and social studies to students across the United States and Canada through her interactive computer software program CEE (Computer Experience for Educators). Her work in this field earned her a Governor General's Innovation Award among many other accolades, including a Lifetime Achievement Polaris Music Prize and induction into both the Canadian Music Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Her lifelong dedication to the arts, education, and social change has made her an icon not just in music but as a cultural ambassador who continues to inspire and empower people through her artistry and activism.